Working within the Office of Technology Development (OTD) initially under the guidance and supervision of the Directors of Business Development (DBDs) and subsequently with more independence, the position will be responsible for both supporting the DBDs in managing a portfolio of time-sensitive projects in the medical/biological sciences area and leading select business development activities independently. Duties also include reviewing of invention disclosures arising from research conducted by Harvard ) faculty; assessing commercial potential of technologies; preparing and drafting technology profiles in order to market biomedical/pharmaceutical technologies; assessing the competitive environment with respect to Harvard technologies; performing due diligence and market research with a view toward identifying potential licensees and industrial partners for Harvard technologies; performing due diligence with respect to potential licensees and industrial partners; developing innovative strategies for the development and commercialization of Harvard technologies: assisting DBDs in managing outside patent counsel in preparation and prosecution of patent applications; working closely with OTD's Technology Transactions team in the general execution of agreements; negotiating options, confidentiality, and inter-institutional agreements, and - with time - industry sponsored research, non-exclusive licenses and collaboration agreements. Position will also interact with peer institutions and other academic institutions, as well as representatives from industry, as appropriate. Other duties as needed.

This is a 4-year term position with the possibility of renewal.

This is a 4-year term position with the possibility of renewal.

Salary Grade: 058

Union: 00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Candidates MUST meet the following basic qualifications in order to be considered for this role:

A minimum of seven years of relevant experience. PhD or advanced degree in Biomedical Sciences, required, plus one to two years scientific training and/or experience in technology transfer and intellectual property either in industry or academia. Advanced degree may count toward years of experience.

General understanding of intellectual property, business acumen, legal agreements, and client relationship building required. Startup experience and/or an MBA degree, a plus. Preference given to those with at least 2 years of direct experience in developing, marketing, and commercialization of technologies as well as experience with reading complex and sensitive sponsored research and license agreements. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; adept with information gathering, database management, and ability to prioritize tasks. Ability to select, set, and meet appropriate goals from among competing demands and work independently within a team environment. Ability to produce polished written documents and presentations, demonstrated analytical skills and creative problem-solver.

Harvard's Office of Technology Development (OTD) promotes the public good by fostering innovation and translating new inventions made at Harvard University into useful products that are available and beneficial to society. Our integrated approach to technology development comprises sponsored research and corporate alliances, intellectual property management, and technology commercialization through venture creation and licensing. Harvard OTD also manages the Blavatnik Biomedical Accelerator and the Physical Sciences & Engineering Accelerator.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Internal Number: 47932BR

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